In December 2012, the SUV Bailey was traveling in was hit from behind by a driver who plead guilty to being drunk, high, speeding and texting while behind the wheel.

“I broke my neck. I have a titanium plate in my neck, broke my jaw, have two titanium plates in my jaw, and knocked out front teeth, which was really tough,” Wind said.

After about a dozen surgeries, Bailey still experiences physical and emotional symptoms.

Wind told her story to students at Peru Junior/Senior High School and Seton Catholic in Plattsburgh. Many in the audience, were just days away from prom and other end of the academic year festivities.

“It's definitely very healing for me talking about it. It was tough talking about it the first couple times at schools, but it's become a lot more healing and easier to talk about,” said Wind.

“I definitely would think differently now. If I do ever go to a party or something, I'd definitely call my parents, and definitely not text when I do get my license,” student Victoria LaFave said.

In addition to discussing driving safety, Wind also talked about her experience with bullying and depression.

“I still suffer everyday with depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress, and with my body it's not the same. I have arthritis and it affects me every day,” said Wind.

“I told my date that if there is anything, if we're at a party, I won't drink, that yes, I will have the keys and I'm driving because I don't want anything to happen to us or anybody else,” student Katherine Clark said.

Receiving a standing ovation, Wind stuck around after her presentations to talk with students one-on-one.

“It's just overwhelming sometimes, but I just love the love and support. It definitely gets me through every day,” said Wind.